Blasphemous Blade requires defeating Rykard in Volcano Manor, typically a mid-game boss. This variant covers the Faith leveling path using excellent early-game alternatives that share the Strength/Faith playstyle.
Stat Distribution (Level 60)
- Vigor: 30
- Mind: 18
- Endurance: 18
- Strength: 18
- Dexterity: 12
- Intelligence: 9
- Faith: 30 (Primary stat; rush to 30 for strong incantations)
- Arcane: 10
Equipment Changes
- Primary Weapon: Winged Scythe — Obtainable in first 30 minutes from Weeping Peninsula; excellent Faith scaling
- Backup: Coded Sword — Pure Faith scaling; zero weight, found at Roundtable Hold
- Seal: Erdtree Seal — Best general-purpose seal, scales purely with Faith
Strategy & Tips
- Start Prophet or Confessor for Faith base stats
- Rush Weeping Peninsula for Winged Scythe within 30 minutes of starting
- Winged Scythe's Angel's Wings skill prevents healing — useful for invasions too
- Use Flame Sling and Catch Flame for fire damage (preparing for Blasphemous Blade's fire theme)
- Get to Volcano Manor through Rya's questline or by dying to the Iron Virgin under Raya Lucaria